for the Greater Hunter, Greater Sydney Region,
Illawarra/Shoalhaven and North Western fire areas

Issued at 4:12 pm EST on Friday 14 September 2018.
Weather Situation

Warm, dry and windy conditions is forecast over the northern and
eastern parts of NSW ahead of a cold front, which is forecast to
cross much of the eastern half of NSW during the afternoon and
evening on Saturday.
For Saturday 15 September:

Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following fire areas:
Greater Hunter, Greater Sydney Region, Illawarra/Shoalhaven and
North Western

The Rural Fire Service advises that if you are in an area of
Severe Fire Danger:

If you plan to leave finalise your options and leave early on the
day
Only stay if your home is well prepared and you can actively
defend it
Prepare for the emotional, mental and physical impact of defending
your property - if in doubt, leave.